Responses - What Do You Know About Love?

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What is the most powerful lesson love has taught you?

Found a home, She/Her, Round Rock, Texas

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What lessons have you learned from experiencing heartbreak or loss in love?

Jessica, She/Her, Missouri

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How has technology impacted your experience of love?

Mike P., He/Him, 24, Gay Man, Feeling alone but hopeful, Ohio

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How do you express love to yourself, friends, family, and/or community?

Eve, She/Her, 40s, Arizona

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What do you know about love?

YaYa, She/Her, 30-fine, NYC

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How do you practice forgiveness in your relationships?

Terrence, 37, Brooklyn, NY

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What is the most powerful lesson love has taught you?

Sarah, She/Her, 36

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How do you express love to yourself, friends, family, and/or community?

JC, They/She/He, 44, Child of God, Austin, Texas

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How do you nurture love in long-term friendships?

Justin, He/Him, 52, Father, Son, Husband, Musician, NYC

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What was your first experience of feeling loved?

Maleeka, She/Her, 39, Woman of Trans Experience, Dallas, TX

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How do you maintain self-love during challenging times?

Julio, He/Him, 35, NYC

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How do you celebrate love in your daily life?

Fran L., She/Her, 42, Brooklyn, NY

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How have your experiences of love evolved over time?

Luisa R., 52, I love God and I know God loves me, Oregon

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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about love?

Man's rejection is God's protection and redirection!

Koryn, She/Her, 31, South Carolina

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How do you nurture love in long-term friendships?

SJ, They/Them, 32, Non-binary, Maryland

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How has your understanding of self-love evolved over time?

Connie, 58, Boston, MA

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How do you celebrate love in your daily life?

Dylan T., 38

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How has being loved helped you through difficult times?

Kieana, She/Her, 32, Harlem, NYC

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What lessons have you learned from experiencing heartbreak or loss in love?

Kayla, 37, Florida

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How has a significant relationship changed your understanding of love?

Liam, He/Him, 29, Bisexual in a relationship with a man, St. Paul, Minnesota

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What advice would you give to someone struggling to find or feel love?

Mason, He/Him, 23, Plano, TX

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Do you believe in a spiritual or higher form of love? If so, how do you experience it?

J.J., He/Him 48

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What acts of kindness have shown you love?

Victor, 34

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When have you felt the most loved?

I have felt the most loved when someone asks me a question relating to something they remember me saying. That shows that they care enough to pay attention and that they have really good memory which I do not have.

Newt, They/Them/Newt, 54, O'ga P'Ogeh Owingeh

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How do you maintain self-love during challenging times?

Grace, 25, Multiracial Cis Woman, Vermont

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How has a significant relationship changed your understanding of love?

Liz, She/Her, 33, Atlanta, GA

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What do you know about love?

Giselle P, 38, New York

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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about love?

It doesn't matter what people say. it matters what they do.

CJ

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What do you know about love?

My knowledge of love is limited. It is a growing process. It grows and diminishes but it does grow with understanding of self. It changes a great deal over our lifetime because we have to learn to put ourself in love’s limelight. If we dont we may never find it.

ER, 70s, Dog Lover, Oklahoma

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How do cultural or societal norms influence your understanding of love?

Sam N, 32, In the closet

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How has technology impacted your experience of love?

Tomoko, She/Her 22, Queer, California

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How do you keep love alive in long-distance relationships?

Fatima, 60, Atlanta, Georgia

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How do you maintain self-love during challenging times?

Emma J, She/Her, Swedish Woman living in Canada

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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about love?

Alejandro M., He/Him, 27, Heterosexual

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What acts of kindness have shown you love?

My wife once organized a surprise trip to my hometown in India. It was her way of reconnecting me with my roots and showing how much she values my heritage. I’m proud of the way we honor each other's backgrounds and make meaningful gestures of love.

Raj P, He/Him, 50

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How has a significant relationship changed your understanding of love?

Sarah, She/Her, 45 Black Lesbian Professor, CA

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How do you practice forgiveness in your relationships?

Forgiveness for me is about understanding and growth. When my sister and I had a falling out, I took the initiative to apologize and rebuild our relationship. It wasn't easy, but I'm proud of the stronger bond we now share because of it.

Marco, 35, Single Gay Brazilian Man

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Can you describe a moment when you felt love from a stranger?

LW, She/Her, 65, NYC

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How do you celebrate love in your daily life?

Aisha K, She/Her, 28, Married

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What is the most powerful lesson love has taught you?

The most powerful lesson love has taught me is patience and self-care. Caring for my husband through his illness has been incredibly tough, but I've learned that I need to take care of myself too. Even though it hurts to see him suffer and I wish I could heal him, I am devoted to living life with him and staying in the moment.

Star, Married

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What challenges have you faced in expressing love, and how did you overcome them?

Expressing love has always been challenging for me because of my abusive background and lack of relationship experience. Dating feels like a waste of time, and I'm still working through those difficulties. But one thing I've gotten better at is listening to my heart and not forcing myself into situations I don't want to be in. I don't have money to buy gifts, so I show love by giving homemade presents. It's my way of expressing care and affection.

C.C.

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What was your first experience of feeling loved?

My first experience of feeling loved was with my mom. She always gave me lots of hugs, attention, and affection, and she really understood me. We had a great relationship, and she made sure I felt supported and cared for. Even though she died when I was 18, her love still means everything to me. I'm so grateful for the time we had and that she got to see me graduate highschool and start college. I miss her a lot, but her love helps me stay strong.

T, She/Her 20, New Mexico

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When have you felt the most loved?

I feel the most loved during and after having sex with my husband. It's when I feel truly connected and valued. The way he's so attentive and makes me feel cherished has completely changed how I see myself and my body. I used to hate my body and felt a lot of shame around pleasure, but with him, all that disappeared. He’s shown me what it’s like to be loved and appreciated in ways I never thought possible.

Bianca, They/She, Married, Puerto Rican

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Can you share a cultural practice related to love that you find beautiful or meaningful?

M.B., She/Her, Lesbian

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What do you know about love?

I know the love of God, the love I have for my children, and the love I have for my cats. Love is a meal when you are hungry, warmth when you are cold, a hug when you are sad, and a celebration in times of joy. It's hard to put into words, but love is the essence that nurtures and sustains us through every moment of life.

Celeste, 50s, Black Cis Woman, Tennessee

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How has your understanding of self-love evolved over time?

Cory, He/Him, Fat Trans Sapiosexual Man, Michigan

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How has your understanding of self-love evolved over time?

Self love understanding over time means taking better care of myself. Im in life for the long haul, and previously I thought self love was having fun, but having fun doesn’t promote healthy living, so now the focus is being healthy.

Ben C., He/Him, 33, Bisexual, Tulsa, OK

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How do you express love to yourself, friends, family, and/or community?

Ben C., He/Him, 33, Bisexual, Tulsa, OK

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How has being loved helped you through difficult times?

JP, He/Him, 68 Gay Married Man, Chicago, IL

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What advice would you give to someone struggling to find or feel love?

Maya, She/Her, 29, Bisexual, Seattle, WA

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What lessons have you learned from experiencing heartbreak or loss in love?

SJ, She/Her, Autistic, Seattle, WA

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How would you define love?

Missy, She/Her, 18, West Virginia

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What does love feel like?

Love feels like the warmth of the sun on your face on a chilly morning. It’s that sense of safety and comfort, like coming home after a long trip.

Alex K., They/Them, 35, Korean-American Nonbinary Pansexual In a Polyamorous relationship, Austin, TX

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How do you handle situations where love is difficult or unreciprocated?

Kevin, 55, Divorced Father

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What is the most powerful lesson love has taught you?

K, She/Her, Black Woman in an Interabled Interracial Poly relationship, Colorado

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How have your experiences of love evolved over time?

Theresa R, 71, Widow Grandmother

A serene and warm scene featuring a caramel-skinned mother holding her baby daughter close to her chest while seated in a softly lit room. Sunlight streams in through a window, casting a gentle glow on the mother and child. In the background, an older woman with the same skin tone is cleaning the kitchen while reflecting quietly, wearing an apron and headscarf. The atmosphere is filled with love, tenderness, and generational connection, with warm hues of gold, tan, brown, and soft pink symbolizing both struggle and hope.

What do you know about love?

Marie, She/Her, Mother, NJ

A serene and elegant illustration of a 12-step meeting. The scene shows a diverse group of people seated in a circle within a spacious room, bathed in soft natural light. The room features large arched windows, a flag, and the number 12 symbol, emphasizing the supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The color scheme includes shades of pink, blue, and white, creating a harmonious and calming effect. Some attendees are wearing masks, reflecting a consideration for health and safety. The image conveys themes of community, support, and recovery.

Do you believe in a spiritual or higher form of love? If so, how do you experience it?

Alex, They/Them, Practicing Celibacy

A stylized illustration featuring the transgender symbol with a heart in the center, overlaid on a transgender pride flag with colors pink, blue, and white. Two hands with intricate tattoos and painted nails reach up towards the symbol, with light rays and plants surrounding the scene. The image conveys themes of love, acceptance, and pride within the transgender community.

How does your spirituality or religious beliefs influence your understanding of love?

Eli, She/Her, 40s, Trans Woman, Texas

A stylized illustration of a large Black man and a Black woman sitting happily on the beach. Both are wearing swimwear, with the man shirtless and the woman in a swimsuit. They are smiling and enjoying each other's company as the sun sets in the background, casting a warm, serene glow over the ocean. The image conveys a sense of relaxation, love, and body positivity.

When have you felt the most loved?

Robert, He/Him, Black Straight Married Man, Florida

A stylized illustration of a joyful pug with a happy expression, surrounded by colorful abstract trees and shapes. The background features vibrant rays of light in shades of blue, pink, green, and tan, creating a lively and cheerful atmosphere. The overall image conveys a sense of happiness, playfulness, and love for the pug.

What does unconditional love mean to you, and have you experienced it?

RJ, She/Her, 25, NYC

A heartwarming illustration of a supportive older woman with long silver hair, handing a leather jacket and a hat to a young person seated in a warmly lit room. The young person, who has short curly hair, and is wearing a black leather jacket, smiles gently while looking at the older woman. Behind them, a transgender pride flag hangs on the wall, symbolizing identity and pride. Sunlight streams in through the window, casting a soft glow on the scene, which conveys themes of mentorship, care, and emotional warmth.

What was your first experience of feeling loved?

Ty, He/Him, 27, Trans Aromantic Mexican-American

An illustration of an older man sitting thoughtfully on a wooden bench by a peaceful lake at sunset. He gazes toward the horizon, where clouds form the shape of a broken heart in the sky, symbolizing reflection on love and loss. The warm colors of the sunset cast a gentle glow over the serene landscape, surrounded by tall wildflowers and trees. The scene evokes a sense of contemplation, nostalgia, and acceptance, blending natural beauty with themes of healing and resilience.

What lessons have you learned from experiencing heartbreak or loss in love?

Terry, 67, Retired Nurse, Texas

An illustration of a heart with two crossed bandages, symbolizing healing, surrounded by vibrant green leaves, flowing water, and butterflies. Soft rays of light radiate from the heart, creating a warm, glowing atmosphere. The scene is filled with swirling natural elements, representing growth, renewal, and resilience. The presence of butterflies adds a touch of transformation and hope, conveying the journey of emotional recovery and strength.

How do you recover and heal from a broken heart?

Laurie, She/They, 30s, Poly Lesbian

An inviting café scene featuring a round table with two steaming cups of coffee and two smartphones resting beside them. The warm sunlight filters through large windows with teal curtains, illuminating the cozy room filled with plush chairs and shelves of books. The setup suggests a moment of connection and relaxation, creating a comforting atmosphere for conversation or quiet companionship.

How do you nurture love in long-term friendships?

Casey, He/Him, 37

A symbolic illustration of a cracked ceramic vase with a glowing heart at its center. A delicate flower blooms from within the vase, surrounded by lush greenery and sparkling light effects. Broken shards rest at the base, emphasizing the theme of resilience and beauty emerging from imperfection.

What does unconditional love mean to you, and have you experienced it?

Courtney, 33, Cis Female, Tulsa, OK

A realistic illustration of a heart-shaped kite soaring in a bright, sunny sky. The kite is divided into pink and blue sections, symbolizing love and harmony. It is tethered by a delicate string with a small bow, flying gracefully among soft, fluffy clouds. The sun's rays shine gently, creating a warm and uplifting atmosphere, evoking feelings of love, freedom, and joy.

What does love feel like?

Jordan, 23, Female, Bisexual

A stylized illustration of two abstract figures embracing, created with bold, geometric shapes and lines. The figures are depicted in shades of blue, pink, and black, with minimalist facial features and smooth, flowing lines. The background includes abstract circular and linear elements, adding to the modern and artistic feel of the image. The illustration conveys themes of love, connection, and intimacy.

What challenges have you faced in expressing love, and how did you overcome them?

Ben C., He/Him, 33, Bisexual, Tulsa, OK

A stylized illustration of a group of seven people, all wearing masks, gathered around a table. The central figure holds a cake, while others stand around in vibrant, festive attire. The scene includes three happy dogs sitting near the group. The background features bold floral patterns, creating a celebratory and harmonious atmosphere.

When have you felt the most loved?

Sam, They/He, 44, Single, NYC

An abstract illustration of two human figures embracing, depicted in soft, flowing shapes and muted pastel colors of blue and pink. The image conveys a sense of warmth, connection, and tenderness, with the figures' arms gently wrapped around each other in a harmonious and loving gesture.

What does love feel like?

To me, love feels like safety. It feels like being able to be completely vulnerable with your partner without judgement. It feels like a warm hug when you're really sad.

Savanna D, 25, Female Bisexual, Tulsa, OK

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What advice would you give to someone struggling to find or feel love?

Love yourself first, your cup will overflow to the right person when they come into your life!

J, 32, Female, Tulsa, OK

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When have you felt the most loved?

Right at this moment...and this moment...and this moment...and this moment...and this moment...and this moment...and this moment!

Una, She/Her, Seasoned Queen

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